Free and Low-Cost Family Support Resources in the UK

At Blooming Families, we understand that not everyone is in a place to afford therapy or coaching. Below are trusted free and low-cost resources for those experiencing family breakdown, domestic violence, emotional distress, or financial hardship. Use what you need—and come back when you are ready. Healing has many doors.

Domestic Violence and Abuse

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Run by Refuge)
0808 2000 247 (24/7, free, confidential)
www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Women's Aid
www.womensaid.org.uk
Live chat support, online forums, and links to free local support groups and refuges.

Respect UK (for those who want to change harmful behaviour)
0808 802 4040
www.respect.uk.net

Galop (LGBT+ community support)
www.galop.org.uk

Family Breakdown and Estrangement

Family Lives
0808 800 2222
www.familylives.org.uk
Support for family conflict, parent-child relationships, and communication breakdowns.

Stand Alone
www.standalone.org.uk
Free support groups and resources for adults estranged from family members.

Relate
www.relate.org.uk
Low-cost counselling services available at many local centres.

Mental Health and Emotional Support

Mind
www.mind.org.uk
Local Minds offer free or affordable talking therapy and support.

Samaritans
116 123 (24/7, free)
www.samaritans.org

The Mix (For under-25s)
www.themix.org.uk
Free 1:1 counselling, text support, and crisis chat.

Local Council Family Services

Your local council may offer free parenting programmes, family support workers, and early help services. Search online: [Your Borough] + Family Information Service

Note: These external services are not affiliated with Blooming Families, but are offered here to support those in immediate need. Many of our clients begin with these resources and return to us when they are ready for deeper, ongoing work.

You are welcome here, whether that is now or later.